Bless the Child
Nightwish
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I was born amidst the purple waterfalls I was weak, yet not unblessed Dead to the world Alive for the journey One night I dreamt a white rose withering A newborn drowning a lifetime loneliness I dreamt all my future. Relived my past I witnessed the beauty of the beast Where have all the feelings gone? Why has all the laughter ceased? Why am I loved only when I'm gone? Gone back in time to bless the child How can I ever feel again? Given the chance would I return? Why am I loved only when I'm gone? Gone back in time to bless the child Think of me long enough to make a memory Come bless the child one more time I've never felt so alone in my life As I drank from a cup which was counting my time There's a poison drop in this cup of man To drink it is to follow the left hand path Why am I loved only when I'm gone? Gone back in time to bless the child Think of me long enough to make a memory Come bless the child one more time Think of me long enough to make a memory Come bless the child one more time Where have all the feelings gone? Why is the deadliest sin, To love as I loved you? Now unblessed, homesick in time, Soon to be freed from care, from human pain My tale is the most bitter truth Time pays us but with earth & dust And a dark, silent grave. Remember, my child Without innocence the cross is only iron, Hope is only an illusion And the ocean soul's Nothing but a name The child bless thee And keep thee forever
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Written by: ERNO MATTI JUHANI VUORINEN, JUKKA ANTERO NEVALAINEN, MARKO TAPANI HIETALA, RIKU-JUSSI NIEMI, TERO KALLE SAKARI KINNUNEN, TUOMAS LAURI JOHANNES HOLOPAINEN, VEIJO TAPIO LAINE
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16 facts about this song
Release label"Bless the Child" was released under the record label "Century Media" and "Spinefarm Records".
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Album inclusionThis song is included in Nightwish's 4th studio album, "Century Child".
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Release yearThe song was released in the year 2002.
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Song InspirationThe song's lyrics were reportedly inspired by a book called 'Physiology of Taste' by Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin.
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Video directorThe music video for "Bless the Child" was directed by Aapo Lahtela, a well-known Finnish director.
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Chart performanceThe song achieved moderate chart success in Finland where it reached number 21 on the singles chart when it was released.
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Lead vocalsThe lead vocals for "Bless the Child" were provided by Tarja Turunen, the band's lead singer during its early years.
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Use of orchestraThis song showcases Nightwish's notable fusion of symphonic elements with heavy metal, featuring the use of a live orchestra.
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Band membersThe lineup of Nightwish during the recording of "Bless the Child" included Tuomas Holopainen (keyboards), Emppu Vuorinen (guitars), Jukka Nevalainen (drums), and Marco Hietala (bass, male vocals).
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SongwritingThe song was written by the band's founding member, Tuomas Holopainen.
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Music video plotThe music video for "Bless the Child" features a young girl encountering various biblical, and mythical symbolism, tying in closely with the song's lyrics.
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Relevance to band's evolution"Bless the Child" marked the beginning of the band's transition towards a more epic and symphonic sound that characterized their later releases.
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Unique ElementThe song is known for its dramatic tempo changes, showcasing the diverse musical skills of the band members.
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Gender equality messageThe music video of "Bless the Child" is considered to convey a message about gender equality.
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Lyrics relevanceThe song lyrics revolve around the theme of childhood innocence and the need to protect it.
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Concert staple"Bless the Child" has long been a staple at Nightwish concerts. Despite the departure of Tarja Turunen in 2005, the song is still frequently performed live by the band.
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